Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Lombard

We’ve been here a couple of times now and it is always one of our favorite places to visit when we are in the area. The staff are consistently kind, friendly, and welcoming, which makes every visit feel comfortable and enjoyable. The ramen is absolutely incredible and the flavor is truly unmatched, rich, comforting, and clearly made with care. Every time I eat here it reminds me of the ramen I had while visiting Japan, which brings back such great memories and makes the experience even more special. It is the kind of place we always look forward to returning to and we will definitely be back again.

I am a huge fan of the original Kitakata Ramen in Hoffmann Estates, so I had high hopes for this new location in Lombard. It is a good imitation of the original but does not quite match up to them in quality. The easiest difference to spot between the two locations is their aesthetics. This location is larger and newer. There is much more space to sit and be comfortable. The other big difference is in their menu. This location has the same ramen menu as the Hoffmann Estates location, but they additionally also have a Hawaiian food menu. Our server was telling me that it started as a take out service but now can be ordered for dine in service. I did not order anything off the Hawaiian menu and just stuck to the ramen. The ramen is very similar to the one I grew to love at the Hoffmann Estates location; however, there are some things that set it apart. The broth seems a little more concentrated (like soup that has been boiling too long and reduced too much). The noodles are a little sticky and clump together. The pork slices and egg were on par with the other version. For those looking to get their ramen fix, this is a very good option. The ramen is solid. But if you want the best that Kitakata Ramen has to offer, then drive to their Hoffmann Estates location.

I visited here for the first time on a certain day in September 2025. I always visit the other branch in Schaumburg. I was on the way from Indiana to Paltine IL. I ordered a Kitakata Ramen with Shredded Onion as A Lunch Bowl. Those were so good. Next time I will try Umakara Tan Tan Ramen. That's my favorite at the other branch in Schaumburg.

Nice atmosphere and the creamy vegan ramen is amazing 🥰. Huge portions! Already ate my fill so the picture is sloppy but it was presented nicely. Edit: Visited again recently and the creamy vegan ramen was removed from the menu 😭. It was replaced with a vegan miso ramen and some other vegetarian options. I ordered the vegan miso ramen and it was very mediocre, especially in comparison to the creamy vegan. It’s topped with a ton of cabbage, and the broth flavor was very one-note and salty, though the sesame oil was nice. Overall just seemed like this new recipe was made without much care for vegans. Hoping the creamy vegan will return since it was my favorite meal in the area.

Highly disappointed with the quality of food I received. I ordered Tan Tan for takeout and what I received was horrible. What should have been cubed pork looked more like tuna! This location needs to step it up badly! I've never had this issue at the Hoffman location. Total disappointment and waste of money. 😔

Had tried this place for takeout so wanted to come back to eat in. Service didn't disappoint, portions were a bit tiny. Noodles are different, but I actually liked the different texture. Broth was flavorful.

Dont get your ramen to go. They give you tiny portions because they know when you get home you dont want to drive back and order more. I get this every time a trhe restaurant dinning in and they give me WAAAY more pork. I feel scammed.

The ramen broth was nice and flavorful and spicy. The noodles threw me off a bit but overall a tasty experience. The chicken karaage was nicely fried and huge.

This is a pretty unique ramen shop, something I haven't had before. The mapo tofu ramen was very rich and filling! I enjoyed the how calm it felt in the restaurant despite it being nearly full. The staff was kind of stressed but they were professional throughout, and I respect that a lot. Good stuff!

Great place to go and catch up with friends! Food was really good and affordable. I haven't had ramen in a while so I was excited for it. We all got the spicy ramen and had fried chicken, gyoza, and takoyaki for sides. Also all bought some beer for the chit chat. The ambiance is pretty chill for a small shop and shout out to the service of the staff, really relaxing to talk to as well. I definitely recommend a visit!

Stop what you're doing right now and go get the Umakara Tan Tan Ramen. You will not regret it. Takoyaki Spicy Miso Ramen Umakara Tan Tan Ramen

I was craving for a spicy ramen so I opted for the Spicy Miso Ramen and added egg! Just what I needed for the cold weather. Take note that this ramen has 3 chilis for its spice level so beware! I can't put what it is I tasted but I feel that there's like a lemon-y after taste. It wasn't off putting but just a tartiness at the end. My brother enjoyed the spice level of the Green Chili Shio Ramen. The other ramen that's spicy is the Spicy Tan Tan Ramen. Highly suggest getting the spicy cucumber salad as it's like a palate cleanser... very refreshing. The wait wasn't too bad as they call out the names on th list really quickly. If you're not there, you snooze, you lose!

So, we decided to come here since it's been awhile. I didn't know they had a Hawaiian menu available. For this menu only, I'll give it a 4. I've been to Maui as well as tried Hawaiian food in Houston. I would love to see more Hawaiian dishes like kalua pork, loco moco, etc. The portions are huge so you do get your money's worth for about $18-20. They give you 3 scoops of white rice and a heaping portion of macaroni salad. The bbq chicken was very moist and tasty. The chicken katsu was also very tasty. Service was friendly.

Ranks in my top of ramen places in Chicago and luckily one location is tucked away conveniently in a strip mall in Lombard just based on how the noodles and soup base taste in terms of authenticity from the best ramen I've tasted in Japan. The noodles are (I'm pretty sure) freshly made in house from the taste of it and generous portions of Char Shu is given. Lunch special on weekdays gets you an appetizer along with an entree for a few extra bucks. You will get your food relatively quickly as well even though there's usually only one person working.

This is one of our go-to lunch spots. They offer a variety beyond the basics while maintaining a decent balance between flavors and quality. With that said, we have enjoyed and tried several items: Juicy fried chicken Kitakata ramen Kitakata miso ramen Tan tan noodles Ban nai curry Hawaiian barbecue chicken platter Matcha latte Food quality is consistent and portions are generous. The fried chicken is crispy. The ramen broth is rich. The barbecue chicken retains tenderness while having a good char. We normally dine in for weekend lunch and it is generally quiet and not busy. Food delivery and service was efficient even if they only had one wait staff on the clock. Restaurant is clean and organized.

I just have to start this off with I came in right before they were closing and I feel horrible for doing that but there would be no other time for me to eat lunch and they are very nice. They still let me eat and the food was phenomenal. I really enjoyed their vegan miso and it was to die for and the waitresses very nice and friendly and super fast and the whole design of the place is super cute and I love it a lot.

Ambiance - modernized, Japanese ramen spot that also offers Hawaiian food (?????) Service - service was fairly slow, seems like there was only 1 server on a Sunday night, we weren't given utensils and also didn't get enough after I asked Food - fried chicken was super crispy, tonkatsu ramen wasn't as rich Overall I still prefer their Hoffman estates location

Kitakata has to be one of my favorite ramens around the suburbs! I love how bouncy the noodles are and how deep the flavor is in their tonkatsu broth!! AND their kaarage with the dipping sauce is to die for! I love the atmosphere inside! They greet every customer as they walk in. They also have a Hawaiian plate lunch menu that is fantastic! Such a great option if you are indecisive or just in between choices; also great if you have a partner who's willing to share LOL

Favorite ramen spot in the suburbs! They cater well to vegetarians and have a good spice level for their ramen. I usually get the spicy miso ramen and it's 10/10 with a good mix of tofu and vegetables. We also love the cucumber appetizer! Definitely recommend this spot for solid ramen.

Absolutely delicious and filling. We have been 3 times now, and it has been consistently amazing. Things move a bit slower there, but we have never minded as the flavor far outweighs any impatience we may feel. Service always comes with a smile...

In this neighborhood I wasn't expecting a solid ramen place that sold something other than miso or shoyu ramen. But I was thoroughly impressed when this ramen place showed up as a result the morning after a wedding when we needed hearty broth. I thought the space was very well decorated and the ramen was spot on. I do wonder if this is a chain but even if so, I thought that the branding was polished where you would think that it's an independent small restaurant with a creative presence.

20/10!!!! I had the spicy miso ramen and it was magnificent! This is my new favorite place to get ramen for sure! As soon as I walked in I was greeted and immediately given my order. I decided to take it to go and eat in the car on the go and they made sure to keep the noodles warm for me. (When you take it to go they chill the noodles to maintain their texture.) The noodles are made in house!! I love that I can get away from the "factory" noodles with this business. The ambiance was warm and welcoming, I will be coming back when I have more time to dine in.

Nice staffs amazing food Great location spacious dining place plenty of parking in front

I was so happy to get back here this week; this is my favorite ramen place in the area! Love their noodles and the Kitakata Ramen broth is mild if you don't want something too soy-forward, or too rich (as much as I love I love tonkotsu, need a break sometimes). The pork is meltingly tender and the only other topping is green onion, though you can add others. On a week night it was pretty quiet but picked up before we left. They have added a Hawaiian BBQ menu, but it's the ramen that will always draw me back!!

Michael, Michael, Michael. Our server was professional, courteous, and super friendly. Very knowledgeable and understanding. Thank you Michael for the great service. The food was extremely high quality, the meat in particular. Kind of cool they had both a ramen and a hawaiian BBQ restaurant in one, so we ordered off both menus. The chicken from the hawaiian BBQ menu was amazingly and surprisingly juicy.

The staff are great and very friendly. The place is clean and inviting, and you can see what the kitchen is doing. The ramen is good, though the broth is a bit on the salty side. I do appreciate the variety of ramen options available. Great place for a cold night meal.

Great, unique ramen experience. I've been to the store in Hoffman Estates and the quality is consistent. My miso broth was flavorful, good chew on the crinkly noodles, and egg was cooked perfectly. Chashu was fatty and tender. Although the bowls are pricey, the additional toppings, even extra chashu, are reasonably priced. Service is good and there's plenty of seating available.

We had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant, which is unfortunate because we've dined here several times before without issue. The restaurant was nearly empty, with only three other dining customers, yet we were directed to a small two-seater table. When we politely asked for a larger table knowing we planned to order more than just two bowls of ramen we were flatly denied, despite multiple larger tables being completely open. When my husband pointed out that the restaurant was empty, the waitstaff responded that there might be a "surge of customers." In all the times we've dined here, we have never once seen this place overflow with customers, and this was the first time we encountered this particular staff member. The explanation felt dismissive and frankly unrealistic. Good restaurants aim to make guests feel welcome and comfortable, especially loyal customers. Instead, we were made to feel like an inconvenience. The refusal wasn't about logistics, it came across as poor judgment and worse customer service. Sadly, this experience alone was enough to change how we feel about staying. There are plenty of restaurants that value their customers and know how to read the room. This visit showed us that this one no longer does. To the manager of this place... during our last visit, we were the happy customers who asked if you are planning to open a branch in Naperville and offered to be partners with you. Might want to screen your employees better. K thanks bye!

We're a regular at schaumburg location and that was pretty consistent. We stopped bu Lombard location hoping it was similar but the charshus were just way too salty and too thickly sliced. I checked with my kids and theirs were the same. Love the place but hopefully they can improve on the quality and consistency of other locations

I'm sorry but kitikata isn't the way it used to be with the cold noodles to the staff and wait. It's all so weird and the food doesn't bring back memories this was my favorite spot when I was little and now it's just a chain.

Have been a frequent customer of the location in Roselle and the food and service was spot on. Edwin is awesome and took great care of us. His previous kitchen experience combined with his great people skills makes a great combination.

Legit delish!! 6 stars! We had the spicy miso and the tan tan... I have had ramen several times and always found it underwhelming... that was not my experience today! I will be back. The tan tan was ahh maz ing! I am sold! It was incredibly delicious! The restaurant was fairly steady, clean and straightforward... albeit it felt a little warm inside. The food was quick and the service was good! I do have a tiny suggestion if the restaurant happens to see this.. I would suggest listing possible allergens on the menu. It seemed as though the tan tan may have contained peanut?? Honestly! This place was fantastic! I will be back! Thank you for the delish food!

Incredible!!!! Can't believe I haven't been coming here this whole time... delicious ramen and amazing service, highly recommend the Tan Tan Ramen with Tahini broth, absolutely delicious, the best ramen broth in all of Chicago!

I'm another vegetarian here to say there's only one main dish option (vegan ramen) and one side (edamame, your choice of regular or spicy). I concur with other reviewers that the broth is delicious - I'm not a miso fan, but this was very tasty, if a bit bland, and the tofu was nicely spiced too. I'm glad there's a vegan option, but it's a bit frustrating to have ONE on a four-page menu. Vegan ramen includes fresh spinach; cabbage (more than I needed), grated carrots, noodles (regular or wheat-free), crunchy garlic and sesame oil. There's a full page menu of items to add to your ramen; I think ramen should always have green onions, so I added them (generous portion), pickled ginger, and a mix of chile and sesame seeds. The table has chili oil and soy sauce; if I come back, I'd add boiled vegetables and try more chili oil. The regular size was filling for one hungry lunch diner; I ate all the noodles I could find and about half the broth. Setting is a bit spare, chilly with hard wooden seats, fancy minimalist lamps. Service was attentive and the ramen came out very fast. Parking was a bit full at lunch but cleared out by 1pm. Ramen with adders plus green tea (a mug of hot water plus a tea bag) was $25 plus tip. No cash; you can't split the check more than three ways.

Great flavor, great chew to the noodles. Excellent service! Also had the Hawaiian style chicken and beef. The beef was good but couldn't differentiate the karaage from the "Hawaiian" fried chicken. Was hoping for more of a soy garlic flavor but was still delicious.

This authentic Japanese ramen shop had place in New York as well but unfortunately closed during pandemic. Still a few in Chicago area and CA locations doing great. I just wanted quick ramen dinner but ended up with a draft beer and gyoza in addition to kitakata ramen. I asked to make ramen after I finish beer and gyoza and it did exactly as I asked. House made gyoza tasted great but small size looking a little poor, so I wish to make it a little bigger. Ramen looks as I liked, and not too salty soup but noodle was a bit over cooked. Possible cooked noodle held until I'm ready. Soup was hot though.

Noods noods noods... The only kind I want in my DM's LOL This spot has pretty consistent food. Service can be spotty which is similar to the other location in Hoffman Estates....but for the most part ok. Enjoy the crispy chicken and grilled pork to eat as apps or with my ramen. On my most recent visit tried the curry katsu and it had a lovely flavor...not too salty, bland, or spicy. Ample parking since it's in a strip mall.

for transparency, it's a 4+ stars for food always. their food is always consistently really good 3 stars for the service :( we've loved Kitakata when it's only location was in Hoffman estates. was so happy when it moved closer to us in Lombard. But the last 2 visits we had at this location, the service just doesn't sit well. they can't get my order right! lack of attention to detail in service. almost like they don't care. and prices are high! so tips ideally would be high, but the service doesn't match. i usually love the spicy miso ramen if you like spicy. we love the gyozas pan fried. and chicken karaage is yum yum. so tread lightly. come for the food, but service is lacking.

My two companions LOVED this place. I am not a ramen fan, so I am relying on them. I will tell you spicy means SPICY.

Wow - I love this place and we've been back three times in 2 weeks. The ramen and gyozas are really good. Be prepared for some really fatty pork in the noodles however it really adds to the flavor. Gyozas are one of the better ones we've had in the area. The juicy chicken was good but what was phenomal was the sauce that came with it. I couldn't really tell what it was but some miso type sauce. It's in a strip mall so parking was plenty. We took bar seats the first time we were there so we didn't have to wait Overall a fantastic place to dine with great customer service

I'm a fan of Kitakata ramen and was so excited that one opened up closer to home, rather than going all the way to Hoffman Estates. I've been to the HE location plenty of times so I had high expectations. I really wanted to give more than 2 stars but then I'd be lying. The gyoza was pan fried with a yummy crispy bite but lacked flavor. Fried chicken and dipping sauce was really disappointing. Though it lived up to its name "juicy fried chicken," that's all that it was. It LACKED flavor big time. The sauce normally has this umami flavor and it was just missing something. I even added the gyoza sauce to spruce it up and it was just meh. I ordered the regular size Kitakata ramen with a soy sauce egg, and an extra 5 pieces of chashu. Again, disappointed in my meal. The broth tasted like it could have used hours and hours of more simmering. Instead it tasted like a light pork broth that just wasn't ready to be served just yet. The service could have been a little more attentive all around, and not just at my table. I noticed people had been sitting there for a while waiting to put their order in, while a table needed bussing. Though they could've been short staff too, regardless they were kind and did their best. It was really cold in the restaurant too. A couple walked in, sat, and left right away at how cold it was in there. You had to eat with a coat on. I'm indifferent about coming back to the Lombard location. This is the 2nd time and it hasn't been consistent. Hoffman Estates has been true to their flavors every time.

Came here with one of my girl friend and omg so glad we did. Perfect for a cold night in Illinois. They seated us even though the kitchen was closing in 20 minutes which was so kind of them. Ordered: spicy miso ramen with a side of corn Portion: amazing size Flavor: delicious, flavorful, good amount of spice Noodle quality: their noodle is different than string noodles. The noodles were bouncy and kinda thick. Service: quick and kind They do give a good potion of pork belly and of course vegetables.

Kitakata is a must try for ramen in the area. Chicagoland has been slow in the diversity of ramen shops that are so prevalent on the East and West coasts. Here we have something beyond the basics. Noodles are made fresh in-house, and you can taste the difference! Also the different broths also stand out from other places which tend to lean on the salty, over developed side. If you try the Kitakata or chashu ramens, you'll see what I mean immediately. Same for the miso stock! Don't sleep on the chicken appetizer either. It's a must, and can be shared! Don't overlook the don bowls, which have lots of umami as well! Kitakata is one of my new, favorite ramen spots!

10/06/22 - I met up w/3 of my buddies/former co workers for lunch today. It's been just about 1 year since we met up. One of my buddies had never eaten Ramen before? Go figure? Talk about a sheltered life. I suggested Kitakata for Ramen in Lombard as 2 of da guys work out in Oakbrook. I had never been to this Kitakata in Lombard but had eaten at the Hoffman Estate location on numerous occasions and knew that they had excellent ramen. I called to make reservations and was told they don't accept reservations by a young lady named Akiko. From the first time I spoke to her on the phone w/her Japanese sing song voice I had a gut instinct that I was going to like her. When I arrived 2 of my buddies were already there. Our forth friend arrived and we proceeded to order some Sapporo beers while we perused the menu. As my instinct told me Akiko greeted me at the door & she was such a cute Japanese lady so friendly & likable a perfect person to be a greeter & server. I ordered the large chashu/pork belly ramen which comes w/large portions of tender succulent pork belly. The texture & flavors are excellent so delicious tender w/just the right ratio of pork meat to fat. 3 of us ordered the large portions which are very generous portions. We brought home enough for another meal The food as expected was excellent. Kitakata has become my favorite place in Chicagoland for ramen. They have excellent ramen & service. The restaurant is spotless & clean. Kitqkata Ramen Ban Nai originates from the northern part of Japan. Kitakata City in Japan where the Japanese love their ramen & Ban Nai in particular. With a small population of 54,000 people Kitakata has over 130 ramen eateries. Kitakata has more ramen shops/capita then and other place in Japan where ramen is king & part of their daily staple. I will be back when I'm in the area, but alas I live 24 miles away in Chicago. Highly recommend for excellent food & service. Thanks Akiko for making the meal much more pleasant.

I have been wanting to try ramen since moving to the burbs and Kitakata DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! First of all - the service is above and beyond. We entered and they were so kind and encouraging and then the server provided a very detailed explanation of the menu and recommendations. It was definitely a wonderful experience just based on encounters with the staff. Tried the vegetarian ramen and it was incredible. The portion sizes are so large, the taste was savory and the tofu captured the flavor of the ramen. The other dishes we tried were also quite flavorful, large and enough to have for a second meal. The ambiance, quality of food and location is great. Definitely recommend coming here for your next Ramen experience!

I don't get blown away by food & service often, so when I say I was WOWED here at Kitakata Ramen, I mean it!! First off I wanna say the service here is impeccable. Everyone greets you with a smile and is incredibly attentive and sweet. They'll be here to answer any of your questions and give you recommendations. The place itself is more spacious than it looks like from the outside and is super clean and authentic looking. Ample parking, as well. The food.... moment of silence, please. Their ramen, gyoza, and fried chicken rice bowl were 10/10 out of this world. Portion sizes for the ramen are huge, even when you order a regular. I got the aburi miso ramen with more bean sprouts and an added egg. Easily one of the best ramen I've ever had. Not too salty, so much flavor, and stacked with noodles and assorted toppings. It was my first time trying chashu, as well, and it definitely set the bar high for all the other chashu I'll try in the future. The pan fried gyoza were perfectly fried and crispy. With the dipping sauce or on their own, they were the best gyoza I've ever tried (my server recommended dipping the gyoza in the ramen and it was AMAZING!) Their fried chicken rice bowl also blew me away. I didn't even think much of it until I tried it with the special sauce it came with. Literally superb!!! Needless to say I will be back. I don't have anything negative to say about this place. The food is impeccable, and so is the service. So so happy they opened up a second location here in Lombard. If you want some delicious ramen, gyoza, and fried chicken, Kitakata is the way to go!

With only a hand full of locations in the US at this time (and growing) and a decent number of locations in Japan, this place is legit! Been here several times over the past year and their business is growing. Use the waitlist feature in Yelp to save a spot during weekends! My daughter is a picky ramen connoisseur and this is her favorite spot in the country so far. Great value for the money, great appetizers, and also the list of addons for your ramen. Veggie, meat and chicken options. Water and hot tea are served automatically. Heck even their hot tea is good by itself!

AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING PLACE. I defenitely recommend this place is you like Ramen. I have tried ramen at the Michelin star resturant but honestly this play has best Ramen. I went with my girlfriend and the staff is very friendly. We ordered Vegan spicy ramen, eemamme, Fried Gyoza and Juicy Fried Chicken Bowl and everything was super super tasty. We were served the Hot tea in the begining which was also amazing. As i mentioned earlier, the staff was very friendly and helping and took good care of me and my girlfriend. The place has a decent ambience and traditional decor. Unfortunately, they do not have any desserts in the menu so we had to go somewhere else just for the desserts. Suggestion: I would have liked if they would have asked for more tea or placed a kettle to refill. Definitely recommended this place to everyone. They will customize the food for you too.

This place has the best ramen i've ever had. I go pretty much every weekend and look forward to it all week. The vegan miso ramen is so good and when you order additional toppings they give you so much more than most places. ^_^

So they finally get the Hawaiian BBQ done right! They stopped burning it to where it's inedible... Thank you so much as I have missed having it. I did not post a 2-star review for burnt inedible chicken as I didn't want to hurt Kitakata as they have the best ramen hands down as I have always been a raving fan. Luckily, this location is bouncing back and I may actually go dine-in again soon.

I stopped in for lunch on Sunday and was able to be seated right away. There was plenty of seating in the restaurant. It seemed like people were coming & going also for pickup orders. There is a vegetarian ramen, which is always a good sign of a menu. They also had a Hawaiian menu - I'm not sure if it's part of their restaurant or if they're working with a different restaurant. I ordered the Tan Tan Ramen. I was looking for something spicy. There were quite a few spicy options. I had asked the server for a recommendation and this and the Spicy Miso were the ones she recommended. The regular bowl is pretty ample in size! I would say get the large if you're hungry or sharing with more people. I had enough leftovers for another meal! The prices on their menu on their website do not reflect the current prices, so be aware if you're looking on the website. Everything was around $15-17 for a regular bowl, then $20+ for a large bowl. I'd definitely come back again!

Most filling ramen place I've been to so far. This is also the best tasting one in my opinion. Quality- the green chili shio packs a lot of heat and still tastes fresh and hearty. I liked the added touch of green onions and lettuce to offset the meat broth and pork belly. The ramen is also thick and absorbs taste well. The fried chicken is juicy and crispy. It did not disappoint! However, it felt cheap with the peanut sauce in a plastic cup. I suggest getting rid of it. The sauce did not taste fresh. The spicy miso is tasty too. I liked the spinach and carrot flavor with some hot thick pieces of spicy ramen. Everything blended together well. The green tea matcha kinda sucked. They didn't even fill the cup and tasted cheap. Quantity- u get a crap ton of ramen for the price. Atmosphere- feels unique and open. Service- pretty fast.

Hidden treasure! Kitakata Raken is tucked away in an unassuming strip mall but is worth the trip! Ample parking. Tasty ramen! Portions are ample. The pork belly is amazing. The egg is probably the tastiest add on. Apps are good too! We like the gyoza and fried Chicken. The sparkling plum wine was an affordable and refreshing add on. Can't wait to get back and try it again!

Amazing food and service, Allie was wonderful!!! Order the gyoza, it's so good. The ramen was delicious

First...let's talk about the soybeans...AMAZING. Of course you'll want to order a noodle bowl. Handmade in house noodles and broth. And you can add on whatever toppings suite your mood. You won't be disappointed with whatever you pick. The only problem is that you'll also want to order the chicken bowl. Equally amazing. Don't know how you'll make that decision. Never mind, order them both. The staff was kind, helpful and cheery. The kitchen timing was great. Everything was clean and bright. And-there are vegan options!

We normally dine at the Hoffman Estates location and absolutely love it there. We were in town for a Yelp event and we were searching for something local and pleasantly found this location. My husband had his usual favorite a large bowl of Chashu Ramen and I ordered something brand new that I never tried before it was the same Chachu pork but it was cooked a little more and served over rice. I ate it about halfway through and my husband kept looking at my food like he wanted to eat it, so I let him have the rest. It was really delicious and I highly recommend it. Everybody who works at this location is extremely nice and took really good care of us. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try... you will not be disappointed

Kitakata Ramen is a Japanese chain restaurants with locations in California and Illinois. This location is tucked in a strip mall near Oakbrook, but you won't just pass by it. The interior is clean and modern. Staff was friendly. The Ramen is good but a little different than the usual yellow noodles with Tonkotsu soup based. They also offer a Hawaiian bbq menu that is close enough, considering there are very few to no Hawaiian food in the Chicago area. The place was relatively quiet on the weekend but busier during wekday lunch hours.